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Belleville News-Democrat

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Volunteers needed for Belleville's overnight center. Here's how you can help

St. Paul United Church of Christ will host an informational meeting Nov. 18 for people interested in volunteering at an overnight center for people without shelter during dangerously cold weather. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the church, 115 W. B St. Attendees will learn about the Emergency Weather Overnight Center at the McCormick Center, 301 S. First St. in Belleville, which will provide shelter when temperatures fall to 20 degrees or below. People seeking shelter will be screened and transported from the Salvation Army in Belleville. A hired security guard will be stationed at the center, according to the church. The City Council approved the center in August. The McCormick Center is owned by the Catholic Diocese of Belleville, which is encouraging other area cities to offer similar winter services.

Belleville, IL · 2d

kfmo.com

Farmington Inmate Dies at St. Louis Hospital

St. Louis, Mo. (KFMO) - A Missouri Department of Corrections inmate has died at a St. Louis hospital. According to the Missouri Department of Corrections, 39-year-old Terry Benson was pronounced dead at Mercy Hospital St. Louis at 4:48 p.m. Monday, November 9, 2026. Benson was serving a five-year sentence at...

Farmington, MO · 2d

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Prime Rib And Toasted Ravioli At This Old-School St. Louis Steakhouse Keep Missouri Steak Lovers Coming Back

Some restaurants chase trends, and some just keep doing the same good thing for decades. In south St. Louis County, one white-tablecloth steakhouse has built a loyal crowd by serving prime rib, toasted ravioli, and classic steaks the old-fashioned way. A pianist plays in the bar, the holiday decorations draw...

St. Louis, MO · 2d

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Chef behind Famous-Barr’s French onion soup has died: His story and the recipe

Manfred Zettl, a master chef renowned for perfecting one of the St. Louis area's most iconic culinary creations — Famous-Barr's French onion soup — has died. Zettl, 85, died of natural causes Oct. 30 in St. Louis, but the culinary creations he crafted over a lifetime will live on in people's memories.

St. Louis, MO · 3d

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This Secret Illinois Nature Preserve Is A Peaceful Escape Worthy Of Your Bucket List

There’s a place in southern Illinois that most people have never heard of, and it sits above the Mississippi River like it’s been keeping a very pleasant secret for a very long time. That place is Fults Hill Prairie Nature Preserve, and it’s located near the small town...

Illinois · 2d

thecardinalnation.com

Cardinals Arizona Fall League Notebook – November 11, 2026

On Tuesday, the Peoria Javelinas routed the Salt River Rafters by the score of 14-6. Four Cardinals played – C Sammy Hernandez, 2B Cade McGee, RHP Joseph King, and LHP Michael Watson. Hernandez reached base three times on a single and two walks. Results from the Arizona Fall League...

Peoria, AZ · 2d

thatawaydad.com

Find a Sinkhole at Stemler Cave Woods Nature Preserve

Take a hike through the old-growth forest and explore the sinkholes at Stemler Cave Woods Nature Preserve near Columbia, Illinois. This 194-acre nature preserve sits between Millstadt and Columbia, Illinois, on Stemler Road. The preserve is known for its karst topography, which includes caves and sinkholes that drain into Stemler Cave.

Columbia, IL · 1d

nkunorse.com

NKU falls to Saint Louis

ST. LOUIS, Mo. - Northern Kentucky University Norse men's basketball took on Saint Louis on Tuesday night, wrapping up a four-game road trip. The Norse lost the contest 125-63, falling to 2-2 on the season. NKU allowed a 21-0 run to start the game, but battled back to make it a 12-point game in the first half. Another big Billiken run saw them pull ahead by 32 at the half, and cruise to a large victory.

Highland Heights, KY · 2d

ksmu.org

Mary Engelbreit, whose illustrations touched on cuteness and protest, donates work to WashU

For years, Mary Engelbreit's work was defined by cheery, bright colors of "children and butterflies." But when Michael Brown Jr. was killed by a police officer in 2014, she felt a call to be more political in her work. "I didn't really care if I lost followers at that point,"...

St. Louis, MO · 1d

unearththevoyage.com

Illinois Families Fill Their Pantries At These 8 Old-School Meat Markets Making Their Own Smoked Sausage

Some of the best food in Illinois hides behind plain storefronts with hand-painted signs and a smoky smell drifting out the door. You walk in expecting a quick errand and walk out with a cooler full of brats, sausage sticks, and summer sausage you did not plan to buy. These...

Illinois · 2d

FOX 2

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Saint Louis Zoo welcomes first Przewalski horse foal

The Saint Louis Zoo Wildcare Park welcomed its first Przewalksi horse foal, Aylin, marking a significant milestone in the conservation of the species.

St. Louis, MO · 2d

metroeaststar.com

SIHF Healthcare to Give Away Nearly 800 Turkeys in Cahokia Heights

As families across the Metro East prepare for the holiday season, SIHF Healthcare is working to ensure more residents have access to both nutritious food, as well as essential healthcare services. SIHF Healthcare, one of Illinois’ largest Federally Qualified Health Center networks, is partnering with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Ameren...

Cahokia, IL · 2d

mycnr.com

KCI Extracts 59,000 Filter Blocks from Sealed Domes at Bissell Point

ST. LOUIS, Mo. – Hay bale conveyors are built to move bales of hay, not sewage filter media. KCI Construction adapted them anyway, pulling nearly 59,000 worn filter media blocks out of two aging trickling filters without craning off the structures’ 135-foot roofs, all while keeping the plant fully operational throughout construction.

St. Louis, MO · 2d

USA TODAY

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Missouri high school forfeits playoff football game for interesting reason

This season has been one to forget for The Principia School's high school football team (St. Louis, Missouri). Now, the Panthers' 2026 season is over despite still having a playoff game on the schedule. According to a report from the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the team forfeited its second-round postseason game against Crystal City (MO). The reason for the forfeit? To address culture issues. “While we’re disappointed with how the season ended, we believe this was a necessary step in moving our program forward,” The Principia School athletic director Shawn Brown told the Post-Dispatch. With the loss, the Panthers finish the season with a 2-7 record. The team gave up 54 or more points five times and 60 or more points four times. In their six on-field losses, the Panthers lost by an average of 29 points. In their two wins, the Panthers did put up a ton of points, scoring 70 against Veritas Christian Academy (MO) and 66 against Confluence Prep Academy (MO). This year is just the latest what's been a trying near-two-decade stretch for the Panthers. Principia School last won more than five games back in 2009. Since that season, the Panthers have compiled an overall record of

St. Louis, MO · 1d

MaxPreps

Football Recap: Cahokia Triumphs Behind Punishing Ground Game + How To Watch

It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Cahokia had no problem doing just that on Saturday. They narrowly escaped with a 24-21 victory against the Jacksonville Crimsons, making it back-to-back wins for the Comanches. Kameron Dowell continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines,...

Cahokia, IL · 1d

franchising.com

Checkers & Rally’s Unveils Upgraded St. Louis Restaurant with Reopening

Iconic Double Drive-Thru Burger and Fries Brand Introduces Updated Restaurant Design and Enhanced Guest Experience. November 12, 2026 // Franchising.com // ST. LOUIS, Mo.– Checkers and Rally’s, the iconic double drive-thru burger and fries brand known for its legendary taste, undeniable value, and game-changing innovation, has announced the reopening of its restaurant at 3605 N. Grand Blvd, St. Louis, MO, with an updated design and enhanced guest experience. Following a previous closure due to a fire, the restaurant reopened its doors on November 10, bringing its signature bold flavors and unbeatable value back to local guests with a refreshed look and improved operations. The brand plans to host a grand opening celebration at a later date.

St. Louis, MO · 1d

hoodline.com

Route 66 Turns 100, and St. Louis Is Suddenly Packed With World Travelers

St. Louis is having a moment as Route 66 marks its 100th birthday this week, with the Gateway Arch, a 97-year-old frozen custard stand, and a sprawling transportation museum all reporting a noticeable uptick in visitors from around the globe. The Mother Road, which stretched from Chicago to Santa Monica and once cut straight through downtown St. Louis, is pulling international travelers to the city's most iconic stops even without a single confirmed visitor count yet on the books.

St. Louis, MO · 14h

FOX 2

partner publisher · 117.4K followers

St. Luke’s Hospital moves toward merger with BJC Health

Two major St. Louis-area health care providers could soon join forces. Plans are in the works for St. Luke's Hospital to merge with BJC Health.

St. Louis, MO · 1d

KSHB 41 Action News

partner publisher · 77.6K followers

Delta flight from Kansas City to Atlanta diverted to St. Louis Monday

A Delta flight from Kansas City International Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport diverted to St. Louis Monday night due to a mechanical issue.

St. Louis, MO · 2d

thenarrativematters.com

High Schoolers Discover Career Opportunities at 2026 Girls in Aviation Day

Annual event at St. Louis Downtown Airport encourages female students to be curious, courageous and confident as they explore futures in aerospace and aviation. [ST. LOUIS, MO/Nov. 10, 2026] Area high school girls got an up-close look at careers in aviation on Friday, Oct. 23, as the Saint Louis University (SLU) Oliver L. Parks Department of Aviation Science and SLU’s Women in Aviation International (WAI) chapter hosted the 2026 Girls in Aviation Day at St. Louis Downtown Airport in Cahokia Heights, Ill.

St. Louis, MO · 2d

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